Kailash Kher Honors Father's Legacy with Annual Festival

Singer Kailash Kher recently commemorated his late father, Pandit Mehar Kher, on his death anniversary, November 21st. Kher stated that sharing his father's cultural heritage globally is his life's mission. He has organized the "Mehar Rangat" Festival annually for the past six years to honor his father's memory.

The Mehar Rangat Festival serves as a platform for folk artists from across India to showcase their talents. Kher described it as more than just a performance; it's a vibrant celebration of his father's dreams and a tribute to folk music and its artists. He regards his father as his eternal teacher and inspiration.

Pandit Mehar Singh Kher, a renowned traditional folk singer, passed away suddenly in November 2009. Kailash Kher also reflected on the broader Indian music landscape, noting the significant growth of independent and folk music, which provides greater recognition for artists from diverse backgrounds.